Smart wheelchair cushion aims to stop pressure sores
NCT ID NCT05403606
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a special seat cushion (GASPARD®) that measures pressure and sends alerts to a smartphone to help prevent pressure sores in people with spinal cord injuries. The trial included 134 participants who used manual wheelchairs. Unfortunately, the study was terminated early, so we have limited data on how well it worked.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- GASPARD® connected seat pressure measurement device
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this device could help prevent painful pressure sores in people with spinal cord injuries, improving quality of life and reducing medical costs.
- What could go wrong
- The trial was terminated early, so results are limited. The device may not be effective for everyone, and long-term benefits remain unproven.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Le FORT Marc
Nantes, France
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